Cheezy Vegan Stew

Warm, hearty, and completely plant-based, this Cheezy Vegan Stew is the ultimate comfort food for cozy nights. Bursting with wholesome vegetables like carrots, celery, and potatoes, and packed with protein-rich cannellini beans, this stew is elevated by its rich, creamy "cheesy" flavor made from a blend of nutritional yeast, tahini, and almond milk. Infused with aromatic spices like smoked paprika and turmeric, this dairy-free stew is as flavorful as it is nourishing. Ready in just under an hour, it's perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, offering a satisfying, dairy-free alternative without compromising on taste. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives for a vibrant touch, and serve it hot for a soul-soothing experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 large, diced Carrots
• 2 diced Celery stalks
• 2 medium, diced Potatoes
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 15-ounce can, drained and rinsed Canned cannellini beans
• 1 14.5-ounce can, with juices Canned diced tomatoes
• 1 half-cup plus 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons Tahini
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (optional, for garnish) Chopped fresh parsley or chives

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, carrots, and celery, and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Add the diced potatoes, vegetable broth, canned tomatoes (with their juices), cannellini beans, smoked paprika, turmeric, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 6

In a small blender or bowl, whisk together the nutritional yeast, almond milk, and tahini until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Remove the pot from the heat and stir the cheesy mixture into the stew. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.

Step 8

Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or chives, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3243.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2035.6

Total Fat 73.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.9g
Cholesterol 8.2mg	0%
Sodium 6998.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 278.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 69.4g	0%
Total Sugars 51.1g
Protein 77.8g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 3543.7mg	0%
Iron 10739.9mg	0%
Potassium 8502.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.8%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 53.3%